Childe Harold's Pilgrimage V1-2 (1829) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781120253545)

Childe Harold's Pilgrimage V1-2 is a two-volume epic poem written by the renowned English poet, Gordon, Lord Byron George. Originally published in 1812, this revised edition was released in 1829 and is considered one of Byron's most significant works.The poem follows the journey of a young aristocrat named Harold, who embarks on a pilgrimage across Europe and the Mediterranean in search of meaning and purpose in his life. Along the way, he encounters a variety of people, cultures, and landscapes, and reflects on the beauty and tragedy of the world around him.The first volume of the poem focuses on Harold's travels through Spain and Portugal, while the second volume takes him through Greece, Turkey, and Italy. Throughout both volumes, Byron's vivid descriptions and poetic language create a rich and immersive experience for the reader.Childe Harold's Pilgrimage V1-2 is a masterpiece of Romantic literature, exploring themes of love, loss, and the human condition. It is a must-read for anyone interested in poetry, travel, and the cultural and historical significance of Europe and the Mediterranean.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Lord Byron George Gordon
ISBN-10: 1120253543
ISBN-13: 9781120253545
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/24/2009
Pages: 406
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.06d